Sigma Olomouc held Mainz to a goalless draw in the first leg of their Europa Conference League tie, giving themselves a solid platform for the return fixture. The Czech side showed defensive discipline throughout, frustrating Mainz's attacking efforts with Jan Kliment leading from the front before picking up a booking for persistent fouling in the second half. Mainz made several attacking substitutions in the final third of the match, bringing on Nelson Weiper and Armindo Sieb to try and find a breakthrough, but Olomouc stood firm. The stalemate leaves everything to play for in the second leg, with Olomouc knowing they can progress with any scoring draw or victory at home.
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